In this lesson, we discuss chapters 6 and 7 in Michael Heiser's book The Unseen Realm. We discuss what it means to be made in the image of God and who was dwelling in Eden. Scriptures referenced: Gen 1:26-28 Job 38:7 Psalm 48:1-2 Isaiah 14:13 Gen 2:5-14 Ezekiel 28:13-14 Isaiah 33:20-22 Ezekiel 47:1-12 Zechariah 14.8 Joel 3:18

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Episode 49: Divine Image Bearers In Eden

God said, "You shall have no other gods before me." Are those "gods" real? If so, what are they. We discuss in this episode. Exodus 20:3 Genesis 1:1 Genesis 2:4 Psalm 82:1 Judges 11:24 Deuteronomy 32:17 Genesis 31:30 Exodus 20:23 Genesis 6:2 Job 1:6 Job 38:4-7 Psalm 8:5 Hebrews 2:7 1 Samuel 28:13 Exodus 15:11 Deuteronomy 3:24 1 Kings 8:23 Psalm 97:9 Psalm 89:5–7 Psalm 29:1–2 Deuteronomy 4:35 Isaiah 47:8 Zephaniah 2:15 Hebrews 11:17

Episode 48: Are the "gods" of the Bible Real?

We discuss how our modern worldview influences our interpretation of the Bible. In order to truly understand what the human biblical authors meant, we must remove our modern filters and understand and adopt the supernatural worldview of those authors. This is an introduction to a series of lessons using Michael S. Heiser's book "The Unseen Realm" as a guide to understanding the supernatural worldview of the biblical authors. Genesis 6:1-4 Psalm 82

Episode 47: Supernatural?

We look at what ancient Hebrews believed about the spirit world to help us understand their worldview. This key opens up a whole new understanding of the significance of Babel and how it it is revealing God's plan to save all nations. Genesis 11:1-9 Gen 1:26 Deuteronomy 32:8-9 Dt 4:19-20 1 Sam 26:18-20 2 Kings 5:17-18 Exodus 19:1-6 Psalm 82 Acts 2:1-13

Episode 46: What Really Happened At The Tower Of Babel?

How can we, as Christians, face persecution with rejoicing? By seeing God as bigger than the giants we face. In this lesson, we look at examples that God gives us in the Bible to show us that He has already conquered every enemy we will ever face...even death. Listen and allow God to change your heart to see that He has already won the victory. Matthew 16:13-20 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 Colossians 2:6-15 Psalm 68

Episode 45: Spoiler Alert: God Wins!

Christians are being persecuted all over the world. In this lesson we look at what Scripture says about how we should respond. Luke 24:13-35 Deuteronomy 7:8 Acts 5:17-42 1Peter 4:12-19

Episode 44: How Should Christians Respond To Persecution?

We discuss how even the literary structure of the book of Leviticus points to the work of Christ. Exodus 40:34-35 Leviticus Numbers 1:1

Episode 43: Leviticus Points To Christ

Matthew 13:24-52 Matthew 21:28 through 22:14 Romans 8:28-30

Episode 42: Parable Of The Wedding Feast

How can you overcome temptation and resist sin? Remember who you are. Your standing before God is assured because of the finished work of Jesus. Therefore put on Christ as a righteous garment and meditate on scripture, allowing God to renew your mind. Romans 13:8-14 Titus 3:4-7 Romans 8:1-11 1 Peter 2:1-3 Deuteronomy 11:18-21 Colossians 3:16 1 Tim 6:11-12 Galatians 5:16-26 Romans 6:15-23 Galatians 2:20 Psalm 145:18 Jude 20-21 1 John 1:5-9 2 Corinthians 9:8 Romans 8:28-30 2 Corinthians 3:17-18 1 John 3:2-3 Colossians 1:15-22 & 24-29 Ephesians 1:3-4

Episode 41: Are You A Good Christian?

God has made you His dwelling place. If you let Him He will make you into the perfect palace fit for Him to dwell. Ezekiel 36:22-38 Ezekiel 37:1-14 Genesis 2:7 John 14:15-23 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Episode 40: God's Holy Dwelling Place

We take a fresh look at the story of Daniel in the lions den and see how this points us to the work of Jesus Christ. Daniel 6

Episode 39: It Ain't About Daniel

God's desire is to dwell with His people. Listen and be blessed as we discuss God's plan to dwell in our midst. Genesis 3:8 Exodus 32:1–6 Exodus 32:10 Exodus 33:12–23 Exodus 34:5–9 John 1:1–14 Revelation 21:1–5 Revelation 21:22–23

Episode 38: The Face Of God

Stop trying to be a good Christian. Stop anxious striving. Instead abide in Christ and you will bear much fruit. John 15:1–8 Matthew 4:5–6 Psalm 91 Jeremiah 2:21 John 6:53–58 1 Corinthians 3:9–15 Ephesians 2:10 John 3:18 John 5:24 John 10:27–30

Episode 37: Abide In Jesus

The Gospel that Paul declared was by revelation of Jesus Christ. It is a Gospel of pure grace, and any message that excludes grace or mingles legalism with grace as a means of salvation is under the curse of God and is to be shunned. Galatians 1

Episode 36: Galatians chapter 1

We transition into a multi week study of Galatians by discussing why God allows bad things to happen. Listen and let God increase your faith and knowing that He is a good God. Matthew 27:24–26 John 11:45–53 Mark 14:36 Isaiah 53:10 Galatians

Episode 35: Introduction to Galatians

Bible studies aimed at beholding and meditating on Jesus Christ in all His beauty, majesty, compassion and grace. And in the process allowing the Holy Spirit to transform us into His image.

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